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BIO

Alex Timbers is a Tony-nominated writer-director and the recipient of Lucille Lortel, Drama Desk, and Outer Critics Circle Awards, as well as two OBIE Awards.



Credits include: The Pee-wee Herman Show, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (also book writer; Drama Desk, Lortel, and OCC Awards, Tony nomination), A Very Merry Unauthorized Pageant (OBIE Award, Garland Award-Best Director), Gutenberg! The Musical! (Drama Desk nom. - Best Director of a Musical), Peter and the Starcatcher (co-director, OBIE Award- Best Director), Hell House (Drama Desk nom. - Unique Theatrical Experience).

Alex was President of the Yale Dramat and is the Artistic Director of downtown company Les Freres Corbusier.

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Productions

All Out: Comedy About Life
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Director
Just in TimeJust in Time
 
[Broadway, 2025]
Director
All In: Comedy About LoveAll In: Comedy About Love
 
[Broadway, 2024]
Director
Gutenberg! The Musical!Gutenberg! The Musical!
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Director
Here Lies LoveHere Lies Love
 
[Broadway, 2023]
Director
BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Director
Moulin Rouge!Moulin Rouge!
 
[US Tour, 2022]
Director
BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice
 
[Broadway, 2022]
Director
Moulin Rouge! The MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
 
[West End, 2022]
Director
Moulin Rouge! The MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
 
[West End, 2021] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
David Byrne's American UtopiaDavid Byrne's American Utopia
 
[Broadway, 2021]
Director
Moulin Rouge!Moulin Rouge!
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Director
BeetlejuiceBeetlejuice
 
[Broadway, 2019]
Director
Moulin Rouge! The MusicalMoulin Rouge! The Musical
 
[Boston, 2018]
Director
Joan of Arc: Into the FireJoan of Arc: Into the Fire
 
[Off-Broadway, 2017]
Director
Oh, Hello on BroadwayOh, Hello on Broadway
 
[Broadway, 2016]
Director
The Robber BridegroomThe Robber Bridegroom
 
[Off-Broadway, 2016]
Director
Up HereUp Here
 
[San Diego, CA (Regional), 2015]
Director
PermissionPermission
 
[Off-Broadway, 2015] [Replacement]
Director[Replacement]
Here Lies LoveHere Lies Love
 
[West End, 2014]
Director
RockyRocky
 
[Broadway, 2014]
Director
Peter and the StarcatcherPeter and the Starcatcher
 
[US Tour, 2013]
Director
Here Lies LoveHere Lies Love
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Director
Peter and the StarcatcherPeter and the Starcatcher
 
[Off-Broadway, 2013]
Director
Peter and the StarcatcherPeter and the Starcatcher
 
[Broadway, 2012]
Director
Peter and the StarcatcherPeter and the Starcatcher
 
[Off-Broadway, 2011]
Director
The Pee-wee Herman ShowThe Pee-wee Herman Show
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Director
Bloody Bloody Andrew JacksonBloody Bloody Andrew Jackson
 
[Broadway, 2010]
Director
Bloody Bloody Andrew JacksonBloody Bloody Andrew Jackson
 
[Off-Broadway, 2010]
Director
Gutenberg! The Musical!
 
[Off-Broadway, 2007]
Director
Director
Jersey BoysJersey Boys
 
[Broadway, 2005]
Second Assistant Director
Boozy
 
[Off-Broadway, 2005]
Director

Writing

Boozy
Conceiver
Playwright
Just in Time
Developed by

Awards and Nominations

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Here Lies Love

Drama League Awards - 2024 - Outstanding Direction of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Gutenberg! The Musical!


winner
Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2020 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge!


winner
Tony Awards - 2020 - Best Direction of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Moulin Rouge!


winner
Drama League Awards - 2019 - Founders Award for Excellence in Directing

Alex Timbers

Drama Desk Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Rocky

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2014 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Rocky


winner
The Lortels - 2014 - Outstanding Director

Alex Timbers, Here Lies Love

Drama Desk Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Here Lies Love

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2013 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers , Here Lies Love


winner
BroadwayWorld Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Play

Alex Timbers, Peter and the Starcatcher

Tony Awards - 2012 - Best Direction of a Play

Alex Timbers, Peter and the Starcatcher


winner
Obie Awards - 2011 - Directing

Alex Timbers, Peter And The Starcatcher


winner
The Lortels - 2011 - Outstanding Musical

Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson

Tony Awards - 2011 - Best Book of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson


winner
Drama Desk Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Book of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson

Outer Critics Circle Awards - 2010 - Outstanding Director of a Musical

Alex Timbers, Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson

Drama Desk Awards - 2007 - Outstanding Director of a Play

Alex Timbers, Gutenberg! The Musica


winner
Obie Awards - 2004 - Special Citations

Alex Timbers, A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant

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JUST IN TIME On Broadway Announces Rush Policy And Exclusive Banquette Seating Photo
JUST IN TIME On Broadway Announces Rush Policy And Exclusive Banquette Seating
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 28, 2025

JUST IN TIME has announced that a limited number of $40 Rush tickets will be available for purchase beginning when the Circle in the Square Theatre (235 West 50th Street) box office opens on the day of the performance and are available in-person only. Rush tickets are non-transferable, limited to 2 tickets per person and may be for any location.
BEETLEJUICE National Tour is Coming to the Arsht in April Photo
BEETLEJUICE National Tour is Coming to the Arsht in April
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 28, 2025

The 2024-2025 Broadway in Miami series will continue with the Miami premiere of BEETLEJUICE, the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, for a limited engagement. Learn how to purchase tickets.
JUST IN TIME, Starring Jonathan Groff, Delays Opening Night Photo
JUST IN TIME, Starring Jonathan Groff, Delays Opening Night
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 28, 2025

Following the cancellation of its first two preview performances due to production delays, a show representative has just confirmed that JUST IN TIME has officially moved its official opening night. We have all of the details here
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 25, 2025 Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld March 25, 2025
by - Mar 25, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is March 25, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
JUST IN TIME Is Setting the Scene for a Proper Night at the Club Photo
JUST IN TIME Is Setting the Scene for a Proper Night at the Club
by Nicole Rosky - Mar 24, 2025

Just In Time, a new musical about Darin led by Jonathan Groff, is getting ready to open at the Circle in the Square Theatre- a venue very specifically selected by the man at the helm of the project- Tony-winning director Alex Timbers. Learn all about the concept for the new musical here!
THE NOTEBOOK, SIX, and More Set For Segerstrom Center for the Arts 2025/26 Broadway S Photo
THE NOTEBOOK, SIX, and More Set For Segerstrom Center for the Arts 2025/26 Broadway Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 20, 2025

Segerstrom Center for the Arts has announced the lineup for its 2025-26 Broadway season featuring eleven productions. Learn more about the full upcoming lineup here!
JUST IN TIME Cancels First Two Broadway Previews Photo
JUST IN TIME Cancels First Two Broadway Previews
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 18, 2025

The new Broadway musical JUST IN TIME has canceled its first two previews. Originally scheduled to begin performances March 28, the production will now start March 31 due to producton delays. 
Photos: Jonathan Groff and More in JUST IN TIME Rehearsals Photo
Photos: Jonathan Groff and More in JUST IN TIME Rehearsals
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 14, 2025

Rehearsals are underway for the new Broadway musical JUST IN TIME on Broadway. See Jonathan Groff and more from the company in rehearsal photos here! Learn more about the production.
Up on the Marquee: JUST IN TIME Photo
Up on the Marquee: JUST IN TIME
by Jennifer Broski - Mar 14, 2025

The company of the new Broadway musical JUST IN TIME is getting ready to begin performances at the Circle in the Square Theatre. Check out photos of the new theatre marquee.
THE OUTSIDERS, SPAMALOT, and More Set For Proctors and TheREP's 25-26 Season Photo
THE OUTSIDERS, SPAMALOT, and More Set For Proctors and TheREP's 25-26 Season
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

Proctors and Capital Repertory Theatre have announced 2025-26 seasons, featuring a mix of Broadway blockbusters, beloved classics, and bold new works. Learn more here!
BEETLEJUICE is Now Playing in Chicago Photo
BEETLEJUICE is Now Playing in Chicago
by Stephi Wild - Mar 12, 2025

BEETLEJUICE is back in Chicago! The Broadway hit will haunt the Cadillac Palace Theatre for a strictly limited engagement  through March 16, 2025. Learn more here!
Cast Set For MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL World Tour Photo
Cast Set For MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL World Tour
by Stephi Wild - Mar 11, 2025

The cast has been set as rehearsals are underway for the first ever World Tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, the multi-award-winning hit stage show, which opens in Edinburgh in April 2025 before touring to venues across the UK, Europe and beyond.
Children's Musical Theater San Jose Names Kikau Alvaro as New Artistic Director Photo
Children's Musical Theater San Jose Names Kikau Alvaro as New Artistic Director
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Mar 5, 2025

Children’s Musical Theater San Jose Board of Directors and Managing Director Dana Zell named Kikau Alvaro as the new Artistic Director, succeeding Kevin Hauge, who will retire at the end of the current season. Learn more!
BEETLEJUICE Returns To Ensemble Arts Philly This Summer Photo
BEETLEJUICE Returns To Ensemble Arts Philly This Summer
by A.A. Cristi - Mar 4, 2025

Ensemble Arts Philly and The Shubert Organization will present the edgy and irreverent Broadway smash hit musical comedy, Beetlejuice, returning to the Academy of Music by popular demand from July 29 – August 3, 2025.
THE GREAT GATSBY, THE SOUND OF MUSIC and More Set for 25/26 Broadway In Boston Season Photo
THE GREAT GATSBY, THE SOUND OF MUSIC and More Set for 25/26 Broadway In Boston Season
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 26, 2025

The 2025/2026 Broadway In Boston Season at the Citizens Opera House and the Emerson Colonial Theatre has been revealed, including The Great Gatsby and more. See full programming and learn how to purchase tickets.
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 26, 2025 Photo
Wake Up With BroadwayWorld February 26, 2025
by - Feb 26, 2025

Rise and shine, BroadwayWorld! It is February 26, 2025 and it's time to catch up on all of the theatrical happenings you may have missed in the last 24 hours.
Alex Timbers Shares a Look Inside His ROCKY HORROR SHOW Revival Photo
Alex Timbers Shares a Look Inside His ROCKY HORROR SHOW Revival
by Michael Major - Feb 25, 2025

Director Alex Timbers has shared an inside look at a revival of The Rocky Horror Show that he had pitched and developed. Several of the pictures that Timbers used for his reference are by famed photographer David LaChapelle.
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Set To Premiere In San Diego Photo
MOULIN ROUGE! THE MUSICAL Set To Premiere In San Diego
by A.A. Cristi - Feb 22, 2025

The first North American tour of Moulin Rouge! The Musical, winner of 10 Tony Awards including Best Musical, will play in San Diego at the Civic Theatre.
2025-2026 Season of Broadway in Miami at the Arsht to Feature THE NOTEBOOK and More Photo
2025-2026 Season of Broadway in Miami at the Arsht to Feature THE NOTEBOOK and More
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 21, 2025

The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County has revealed the 2025-26 Broadway in Miami season in the Ziff Ballet Opera House with a six-show subscription package. Learn more about the programming!
Photos: Jonathan Groff, Gracie Lawrence & Erika Henningsen Perform for JUST IN TIME's Photo
Photos: Jonathan Groff, Gracie Lawrence & Erika Henningsen Perform for JUST IN TIME's Broadway Preview at So & So's
by Chloe Rabinowitz - Feb 20, 2025

Jonathan Groff, Gracie Lawrence and Erika Henningsen from the cast of JUST IN TIME performed select numbers from the new Broadway musical at So & So’s Neighborhood Piano Bar in Hell’s Kitchen. See photos here! 
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FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How many shows has Alex Timbers written?

Alex Timbers has written 4 shows including A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant (Conceiver), Boozy (Conceiver), Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson (Bookwriter), Just in Time (Developed by).

What awards has Alex Timbers been nominated for?

Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama League Awards) for Here Lies Love, Outstanding Direction of a Musical (Drama League Awards) for Gutenberg! The Musical!, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Moulin Rouge!, Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards), Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Rocky, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Rocky, Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Here Lies Love, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Here Lies Love, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Here Lies Love, Best Direction of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher, Best Direction of a Play (Tony Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher , Directing (Obie Awards) for Peter And The Starcatcher, Outstanding Musical (The Lortels) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Best Book of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson, Outstanding Director of a Play (Drama Desk Awards) for Gutenberg! The Musica and Special Citations (Obie Awards) for A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant.

What awards has Alex Timbers won?

Outstanding Director of a Musical (Outer Critics Circle Awards) for Moulin Rouge!; Best Direction of a Musical (Tony Awards) for Moulin Rouge!; Founders Award for Excellence in Directing (Drama League Awards); Outstanding Director (The Lortels) for Here Lies Love; Best Direction of a Play (BroadwayWorld Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher; Directing (Obie Awards) for Peter and the Starcatcher; Outstanding Musical (The Lortels) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson; Outstanding Book of a Musical (Drama Desk Awards) for Bloody Bloody Andrew Jackson; and Special Citations (Obie Awards) for A Very Merry Unauthorized Children's Scientology Pageant.

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